Clinical Pearls of Branchial Cleft Cyst Management in an Adult

INTRODUCTION: Second branchial cleft anomalies most commonly present as cysts followed by sinuses and fistulae. They have been classified into four different sub-types Bailey. Type II is common type where the cyst (BCC) lies anterior to sternocleidomastoid muscle, posterior submandibular gland, adjacent lateral carotid sheath. In this article, a case of second anomaly presented. CASE REPORT: This article aims portray how evaluate patient with focussing, focusing on its diagnosed appropriate management. A young woman who had chief complaint swelling left side neck visited our outpatient department. She underwent complete excision lesion. There was no recurrence at 1year follow-up visit. DISCUSSION: Most arise from apparatus. BCCs are located in space. Patients usually older children or adults. MR imaging provide surgeon adequate preoperative information. Treatment for these lesions surgical excision.